Dwyane Wade praises Tyrese Maxey as the 76ers' main player

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Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Dwyane Wade praises Tyrese Maxey as the 76ers' main player
Summary

Dwyane Wade recognizes Tyrese Maxey as the driving force for the Philadelphia 76ers early in the 2026-27 NBA season. Maxey has helped the team to a strong 7-1 record, averaging 29.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game. Wade highlighted Maxey's emergence as the leading player on a roster that includes other talents like Joel Embiid and LeBron James. This trust in Maxey's capabilities is central to the 76ers' strategy and overall success. Former NBA star Wade emphasized that no player has stood out like Maxey in Philadelphia since Allen Iverson.

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  • •Tyrese Maxey is averaging 29.1 points per game this season.
  • •Philadelphia 76ers have a 7-1 record so far.
  • •Dwyane Wade supports Maxey's leadership role on the team.
  • •Wade compares Maxey's impact to that of Allen Iverson.
  • •Embiid and James also play significant roles in the roster.
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  • 4:18 AMYahoo Sports — Dwyane Wade asserts that Tyrese Maxey is the 76ers' main man in the stacked roster
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Tyrese Maxey is standing out amongst the stacked 76ers roster.

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